Well it looks as though the constant legal pressure is starting to pay off. Samsung is the latest mega-manufacturer to announce a DIY repair option for some of their smartphones. Samsung Self Repair, which is being run in collaboration with ifixit.com, will now provide spare parts for repairing screens, back glass and charging ports. No news on replacing batteries alas, but any news is good news when it comes to DIY repairs for electricals.
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Tips for a Greener 2020 – check out these small changes for a better future
The world is in trouble. Although much of the eco-problems we’re dealing with, the big contributors to climate change and pollution are at the feet of corporations, that doesn’t mean that we, the individuals of the world, shouldn’t do anything at all to try and make things better. This article has five pretty simple things you can start or think about starting this year.
Read MoreLEGO Replay – donate old LEGOs, ship them for free
Part of reducing waste is reusing what you can but not everything in your house is useful forever. That doesn’t mean it won’t bring joy to others. In that vein LEGO has made it easy to unload your old brick sets so that other children can play with them through the LEGO Replay website.
Read MoreRefurbished IKEA – popular brand makes moves to keep their product out of landfills
IKEA isn’t really known for having long lasting furniture. That’s sort of its thing, it’s the furniture you get for your first apartment and don’t care if it all gets smashed up with all the freedom you have. But honestly, IKEA has some nice stuff and to help the environment, they’re testing out selling some refurbished products, plugging straight into the reuse option of Eco-friendliness.
Read MoreUpcylced Runway – show takes aim at the waste in the fashion industry
Fashion is a major contributor to waste and pollution. It’s not just old clothing ending up in landfills, it’s also the textile manufacturing process. It uses a ton of water and creates a ton of waste. It’s just really hard on the environment. To bring awareness, two students are showing upcyled clothing on the runway.
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